If you plan to visit Kuching in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +88°F during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 20 rainy days in the month and around 260 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
260 mm
Total precipitation
86%
Avg. humidity
0 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
20 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kuching has OK weather in May.
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Average temperature in Kuching in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kuching for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +97°F during the day to a minimum of +75°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +91°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 25% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +93°F to +88°F.
Is Kuching warm or cold in May?
Kuching is typically hot in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +86°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +77°F to +77°F.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Kuching:
Climate in Kuching in May
Kuching weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+86°F
+88°F
+88°F
Min. temperature
+72°F
+73°F
+72°F
Max. temperature
+95°F
+97°F
+97°F
Rainfall
289 mm
260 mm
193 mm
Wind
0 m/s
0 m/s
0 m/s
Humidity
86%
86%
85%
Air pressure
1008 HPa
1008 HPa
1008 HPa
Sunny days
0
0
0
Cloudy days
0
1
3
Rainy days
21
20
19
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as ok as in April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +86°F to +88°F during the day.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 289 mm to 260 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 86%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 0 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.
Wind speed in Kuching in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Kuching is gradually increasing during May, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Kuching based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 81% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 168 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 25 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Kuching wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 84% chance of precipitation and 408 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 65% chance of precipitation and 178 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Kuching?
This is the weather in Kuching in May 2024:
1 May
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+93°F
2 May
🌧️
+93°F
3 May
☀️
+92°F
4 May
☀️
+92°F
5 May
☁️
+92°F
6 May
☁️
+93°F
7 May
🌧️
+92°F
8 May
☀️
+90°F
9 May
☀️
+86°F
10 May
☀️
+93°F
11 May
☀️
+93°F
12 May
☁️
+92°F
13 May
🌧️
+87°F
14 May
☀️
+86°F
15 May
☀️
+94°F
16 May
☀️
+95°F
17 May
☀️
+92°F
18 May
☀️
+98°F
19 May
☀️
+93°F
20 May
☀️
+94°F
21 May
☀️
+93°F
22 May
🌧️
+93°F
23 May
🌧️
+91°F
24 May
☀️
+89°F
25 May
☀️
+95°F
26 May
☀️
+92°F
27 May
🌧️
+92°F
28 May
☀️
+91°F
29 May
🌧️
+93°F
30 May
☁️
+91°F
31 May
🌧️
+87°F
In May 2024 Kuching had 18 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +91°F, with an absolute maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +86°F. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 50%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Kuching climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Kuching in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+84°F) and the highest in 2019 (+90°F). The driest year was 1980 with only 2648 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2024 with 5923 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kuching in May:
Is May a good time to visit Kuching?
It’s always a good time to visit Kuching, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Kuching in May?
Absolutely, May is hot in Kuching. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Kuching rainy in May?
Kuching is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Kuching in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Kuching in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Malaysia
Check out the weather for other cities in Malaysia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kuching, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
